Calendar of Events

A host of experiences await at The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C.

Anticipate the possibilities that each new day brings. Fill your days and nights with excursions, themed events, fine dining and more. Indulge in as much or as little as you please. The choice is yours. The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C. presents special events to enliven the senses and create memorable experiences.

Pop Up BBQ at Westend Bistro

Fridays, beginning May 29, 2015

12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Calling all barbecue lovers: after taking a two year hiatus, Westend Bistro's famous Pop-Up BBQ stand is back for Summer 2015. Join us on the patio for lunch as Westend Bistro's seasoned culinary team serves up a mouth-watering menu of Texas and South Carolina-style barbecue favorites, gourmet sides and refreshing beverages. Whether you choose to head to the park to enjoy the beautiful sights of the city, or dine al fresco on our patio; you'll be sure to enjoy a quick and delicious lunch every Friday with Westend Bistro's Pop Up BBQ stand.

Preserving Our Monuments, Memorials and Parks

August 16, 2015 - Martin Luther King Memorial

Our Nation’s Capital is a historic city of imposing monuments, inspirational memorials and beautiful expanses of parkland. The National Park Service (NPS) is charged with protecting these treasures so they may be enjoyed by all who visit this world class city. Ideal for the entire family, you will be met by a NPS representative who will talk about the history of Washington, DC and the location where you will volunteer. Your hands-on experience varies with the season and the need, and can include weeding, trimming overgrown shrubs and plants, painting park benches, or planting native foliage or annuals in famed circles and squares. Events are subject to weather conditions)

8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. No cost to participate

Outdoor Films in Washington, D.C.

Many of D.C.’s neighborhoods offer green grass, a large screen and stunning backdrops for summertime movie viewing. Grab friends, family and a blanket and head to the nearest screening for a night of laughs, suspense or romance. For the latest updates and to view a list of movies and screenings, please visit here.

Jazz in the Garden at the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden

Fridays at 5:30 p.m.; May 22 through August 28, 2015

Grab a refreshing sangria or beer from the Pavilion Café while enjoying live music from local jazz musicians. This complimentary event takes place every Friday in the National Gallery of Art’s outdoor Sculpture Garden. For more information, visit here.

Washington Nationals Baseball

Enjoy a fun-filled day cheering on DC’s baseball team, the Washington Nationals, at the state-of-the-art Nationals Park. For more information, or to purchase tickets, please visit here.

Off the Hill Happy Hour at Westend Bistro

Monday through Friday, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Re-cap your day in our stylish and energetic bar with our food and beverage specials. Enjoy half-priced appetizers, select wines by the glass for $6, and draft beer for $3. Seating is first come, first serve in the bar.

Pre-Theater Dining at Westend Bistro

Daily, 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.

Westend Bistro is the perfect place for an unforgettable meal before a show at one of the nearby theaters. Enjoy a three-course dinner from a select for $40 per person, not including beverage, tax and gratuity.

Labor Day Capitol Concert

September 6, 2015

Bid farewell to summer with the annual Labor Day Capitol Concert. Relax outside while enjoying the National Symphony Orchestra’s annual performance on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol. The complimentary concert caps off outdoor concert season with renditions of American classics. Location: U.S. Capitol, East Capitol Street NE and First Street NE.

Landmark Music Festival

September 26-27, 2015; 11 a.m.

A brand new music festival on the National Mall? This changes everything. From the same organizers as Austin City Limits and Lollapalooza comes the Landmark Music Festival, which promises to be one of the hottest tickets of summer. The festival features over 40 artists that will perform during two full days of shows across five stages. Tickets will benefit the Trust for the National Mall, and may be purchased by visiting here.

Preserving Our Monuments, Memorials and Parks

September 19, 2015 - Lincoln Memorial

Our Nation’s Capital is a historic city of imposing monuments, inspirational memorials and beautiful expanses of parkland. The National Park Service (NPS) is charged with protecting these treasures so they may be enjoyed by all who visit this world class city. Ideal for the entire family, you will be met by a NPS representative who will talk about the history of Washington, DC and the location where you will volunteer. Your hands-on experience varies with the season and the need, and can include weeding, trimming overgrown shrubs and plants, painting park benches, or planting native foliage or annuals in famed circles and squares. Events are subject to weather conditions)

8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. No cost to participate

Pop Up BBQ at Westend Bistro

Fridays, beginning May 29, 2015

12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Calling all barbecue lovers: after taking a two year hiatus, Westend Bistro's famous Pop-Up BBQ stand is back for Summer 2015. Join us on the patio for lunch as Westend Bistro's seasoned culinary team serves up a mouth-watering menu of Texas and South Carolina-style barbecue favorites, gourmet sides and refreshing beverages. Whether you choose to head to the park to enjoy the beautiful sights of the city, or dine al fresco on our patio; you'll be sure to enjoy a quick and delicious lunch every Friday with Westend Bistro's Pop Up BBQ stand.

Washington Nationals Baseball

Enjoy a fun-filled day cheering on DC’s baseball team, the Washington Nationals, at the state-of-the-art Nationals Park. For more information, or to purchase tickets, please visit here.

Off the Hill Happy Hour at Westend Bistro

Monday through Friday, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Re-cap your day in our stylish and energetic bar with our food and beverage specials. Enjoy half-priced appetizers, select wines by the glass for $6, and draft beer for $3. Seating is first come, first serve in the bar.

Pre-Theater Dining at Westend Bistro

Daily, 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.

Westend Bistro is the perfect place for an unforgettable meal before a show at one of the nearby theaters. Enjoy a three-course dinner from a select for $40 per person, not including beverage, tax and gratuity.

Off the Hill Happy Hour at Westend Bistro

Monday through Friday, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Re-cap your day in our stylish and energetic bar with our food and beverage specials. Enjoy half-priced appetizers, select wines by the glass for $6, and draft beer for $3. Seating is first come, first serve in the bar.

Pre-Theater Dining at Westend Bistro

Daily, 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.

Westend Bistro is the perfect place for an unforgettable meal before a show at one of the nearby theaters. Enjoy a three-course dinner from a select for $40 per person, not including beverage, tax and gratuity.

Off the Hill Happy Hour at Westend Bistro

Monday through Friday, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Re-cap your day in our stylish and energetic bar with our food and beverage specials. Enjoy half-priced appetizers, select wines by the glass for $6, and draft beer for $3. Seating is first come, first serve in the bar.

Pre-Theater Dining at Westend Bistro

Daily, 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.

Westend Bistro is the perfect place for an unforgettable meal before a show at one of the nearby theaters. Enjoy a three-course dinner from a select for $40 per person, not including beverage, tax and gratuity.

Off the Hill Happy Hour at Westend Bistro

Monday through Friday, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Re-cap your day in our stylish and energetic bar with our food and beverage specials. Enjoy half-priced appetizers, select wines by the glass for $6, and draft beer for $3. Seating is first come, first serve in the bar.

Pre-Theater Dining at Westend Bistro

Daily, 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.

Westend Bistro is the perfect place for an unforgettable meal before a show at one of the nearby theaters. Enjoy a three-course dinner from a select for $40 per person, not including beverage, tax and gratuity.

Off the Hill Happy Hour at Westend Bistro

Monday through Friday, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Re-cap your day in our stylish and energetic bar with our food and beverage specials. Enjoy half-priced appetizers, select wines by the glass for $6, and draft beer for $3. Seating is first come, first serve in the bar.

Pre-Theater Dining at Westend Bistro

Daily, 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.

Westend Bistro is the perfect place for an unforgettable meal before a show at one of the nearby theaters. Enjoy a three-course dinner from a select for $40 per person, not including beverage, tax and gratuity.

Off the Hill Happy Hour at Westend Bistro

Monday through Friday, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Re-cap your day in our stylish and energetic bar with our food and beverage specials. Enjoy half-priced appetizers, select wines by the glass for $6, and draft beer for $3. Seating is first come, first serve in the bar.

Pre-Theater Dining at Westend Bistro

Daily, 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.

Westend Bistro is the perfect place for an unforgettable meal before a show at one of the nearby theaters. Enjoy a three-course dinner from a select for $40 per person, not including beverage, tax and gratuity.

Off the Hill Happy Hour at Westend Bistro

Monday through Friday, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Re-cap your day in our stylish and energetic bar with our food and beverage specials. Enjoy half-priced appetizers, select wines by the glass for $6, and draft beer for $3. Seating is first come, first serve in the bar.

Pre-Theater Dining at Westend Bistro

Daily, 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.

Westend Bistro is the perfect place for an unforgettable meal before a show at one of the nearby theaters. Enjoy a three-course dinner from a select for $40 per person, not including beverage, tax and gratuity.

Off the Hill Happy Hour at Westend Bistro

Monday through Friday, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Re-cap your day in our stylish and energetic bar with our food and beverage specials. Enjoy half-priced appetizers, select wines by the glass for $6, and draft beer for $3. Seating is first come, first serve in the bar.

Pre-Theater Dining at Westend Bistro

Daily, 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.

Westend Bistro is the perfect place for an unforgettable meal before a show at one of the nearby theaters. Enjoy a three-course dinner from a select for $40 per person, not including beverage, tax and gratuity.